Approximately 35 km from the capital of Kuching lies the picturesque fishing village of Santubong boasting some of the finest beaches in Sarawak.
A stone's throw from the Damai Holiday Inn is the Sarawak Cultural Village, popularly known as the 'Living Museum'. Here, visitors can sample Sarawak's cultural diversity under one roof. The village is centred around a quaintly landscaped man-made lake surrounded by seven authentic replicas of Sarawak's ethnic houses. Displayed in each are many arts and  crafts man-made by Sarawak's indigenous peoples.

Another beach of equal beauty in Santubong is Teluk Bandung. A sandy cove fronting the Holiday Inn Damai Beach Resort, it offers a host of recreational facilities : water skiing, windsurfing, canoeing, snorkelling, catamaran sailing and fishing.

Others beaches near Satubong include Siar Beach with its secluded bays and inlets and interesting rock formations. There is also Samantan Beach, a popular weekend retreat of white sandy beaches and glittering blue sea. About 4 km north of Santubong are the beaches  of Pantai Penyok and Pantai Bandong - perfect for swimming, snorkeling and other water  sport activities.
Santubong has a number of excellent resort beaches to choose from. One of these is Damai Beach. Set against Mt. Santubong, this picturesque beach offers 3 popular retreats for its guests.